Kropla Fabian, Hoffmann Martin, Winkler Dirk, Krause Matthias, Scholz Sebastian, Grunert Ronny
Department of Neurosurgery, University of Leipzig Medical Center, Liebigstr. 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany.
Department for Mechanical Engineering, Chemnitz University of Technology, 09111, Chemnitz, SN, Germany.
3D Print Med. 2023 Aug 16;9(1):22. doi: 10.1186/s41205-023-00187-7.
An early childhood skull deformity can have long-term health and aesthetic consequences for the growing toddler. Individual helmet therapy aims at a healthy growth of the skull shape, although not every helmet shape guarantees an optimal result. To ensure an optimal fit, a scanning procedure based on a hand-held surface scanner was evaluated.The new helmet orthosis has an inner layer adapted to the shape of the head, which can be exchanged depending on the growth stage without changing the outer layer.In collaboration with surgeons and engineers, a new helmet orthosis concept was developed that is intended to offer improvements in wearing comfort, overall weight, fit and user-friendliness compared to conventional systems. In the course of the development process and in constant exchange with parents, a multi-layer helmet system with generous perforations was created using additive manufacturing processes. The new helmet shape promises easier handling, especially through the closure system.The helmet shape developed in this study is of high quality, especially in terms of fitting accuracy. Unpleasant perspiration is significantly reduced. The integration of the closure as a direct component of the helmet represents a secure closure option.
幼儿期颅骨畸形可能会对成长中的幼儿产生长期的健康和美学影响。个体头盔疗法旨在促进颅骨形状的健康生长，尽管并非每种头盔形状都能保证达到最佳效果。为确保最佳贴合度，对基于手持式表面扫描仪的扫描程序进行了评估。新型头盔矫形器有一层内层，可根据生长阶段进行更换，而无需更换外层，该内层与头部形状相适配。与外科医生和工程师合作，开发了一种新型头盔矫形器概念，与传统系统相比，旨在在佩戴舒适度、整体重量、贴合度和用户友好性方面有所改进。在开发过程中并与家长不断交流，采用增材制造工艺创建了一种带有大量穿孔的多层头盔系统。新的头盔形状有望更易于操作，尤其是通过其闭合系统。本研究中开发的头盔形状质量很高，尤其是在贴合精度方面。令人不适的出汗情况显著减少。将闭合装置作为头盔的直接组成部分进行整合，是一种安全的闭合选择。
